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After finding the right spectrum, Fluence researches the perfect strawberry light intensity

"Far-red light has a positive effect on strawberries"

Strawberries are becoming increasingly popular amongst consumers. In fact, they are so popular that many growers are expanding their cultivation, often moving away from the…

Sudlac and Mardenkro continue together under the name Lumiforte

Sudlac SAS and Mardenkro BV are moving forward under a new name: Lumiforte. Lumiforte is part of the Horticoop Cooperative. Lumiforte coatings will continue to…

Another acquisition for BFG Supply: Greenhouse Megastore acquired

Last month, US company BFG Supply has acquired international greenhouse company, dba Greenhouse Megastore, a distributor of hobby and commercial greenhouse structures and…

Restructuring and new managing director at the Andermatt Group

The Andermatt Group, known for its solutions for biological crop control, has continued its exponential growth over the last few years. It now comprises 25…

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Iron Ox expands with 10.000 square meter facility in Lockhart

The City of Lockhart recently approved incentives for local expansion by Iron Ox. The incentives package includes a grant for utility construction at the company’s planned…

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"Will angry US workers create lasting labor movement?"

Throughout 2021, American workers stood up and fought back to an unusual degree. Workers went on strike at Kellogg’s, Nabisco, John Deere, Columbia University, and numerous…

Belgian start-up helps tomato growers protect crops

Guy van Looveren is the Belgian start-up Planticus' CEO and founder. After buying a house, he noticed the box hedges looked rather sad. Guy then combined his…

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A 90,000-square-meter greenhouse becomes the most advanced greenhouse in China

Out-of-season vegetable cultivation has become the main channel for many farmers to gain income. Even though the development of greenhouses in China is relatively late, smart…

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Mobile drip irrigation results in high yields and water savings

Higher biomass, less water and more fruit are the results of the first year in a Texas A&M AgriLife Research study comparing mobile drip irrigation, MDI, to low-elevation…

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"City allotments match farming productivity per square meter"

A citizen science project by the University of Sussex has found that urban growers in Brighton and Hove were able to harvest 1kg of insect-pollinated fruit and vegetables per…

Improved strategy for thrips control in peppers

In 2021 Biobest conducted a survey of Dutch pepper growers regarding the development of thrips and Orius laevigatus. The results suggest that by January 30% of growers have…

Research shows a more environmentally friendly way to control strawberry pests

Good news for farmers as we near the height of the strawberry growing season. University of Florida scientists have found a way to better control the chili thrips that can…

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New plant-growing technique could protect imperiled crops

A new technique for grafting plants could increase production and eliminate diseases for some of the world’s most imperiled crops, such as bananas and date palms. Plant…

NIAB and Georgia’s Scientific research-center of agriculture forge crop science allianc

A collaboration between NIAB and the Scientific-Research Centre of Agriculture of Georgia will focus on the sharing of education and research in crop science. The two research…
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Gene discoveries could lead to heartier, less gritty spinach

Most of us are familiar with 'spinach teeth' – the harmless but gritty-chalky mouthfeel caused by the vegetable. A team of researchers from Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) and…

New association takes the lead on fresh produce and floral

January 2022 marks the start of the new International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), the global trade association representing the fresh produce and floral…

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Organic PVs tested on greenhouse tunnels

Israeli researchers have tested organic PV modules to power polytunnel greenhouses and have found that they might offer advantages over conventional crystalline silicon,…

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How plants respond to heat stress

"Heat stress can negatively affect plants in their natural habitats and destabilize ecosystems while also drastically reducing crop harvests, thereby threatening our food…

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NASA features horticulture in its ISS photos of the year

NASA singled out a chili pepper project and another in which astronauts cultivated bok choy among the 25 photos on its web post “Best Space Station Science Pictures of 2021.”…

Local vegetables flood Saint Vincent and the Grenadines markets

Consumers in St. Vincent and the Grenadines are celebrating some of the best prices for vegetables in decades. In a period marked by global food shortages and disruptions in…

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China publishes newly amended seed law

On December 24, 2021, the National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic of China published an amended Seed Law of the People's Republic of China. The new Seed Law will…

Hydrobuilder Holdings acquires NE Hydroponics and completes warehouse relocation

Hydrobuilder Holdings has entered the Northeast by adding New England Hydroponics to its assets. Founded in 2002 by Ethan Holmes as an online retailer, New…

Microalgae could be beneficial in hydroponics

Hydroponic systems are efficient systems for vegetable production where plants grow 30-50% faster than in soil. Microalgae affect water quality parameters such as pH,…

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China: Sweet persimmons growing in greenhouse

In the big greenhouse of the Yinong Persimmon Family Farm in Puzhou Town, Yongji City, it is warm as spring. Unlike the persimmon trees in the field that have…

Double-digit growth for Nova Siri Genetics varieties

Nova Siri Genetics has achieved some encouraging results. The Italy-based R&D company's varieties are now present throughout southern Italy, as well as in Spain, Morocco and…

World's best restaurant displays colorful fruit and vegetable range

Last year, Noma in Copenhagen, Denmark, was named the world's best restaurant for the fifth time. This post shows they also like to share their fruit and vegetable…

New label for genetically modified food products has now come into effect

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's new rules for labeling genetically modified food products went into effect on New Year's Day. Food products that are…

EDEKA, Burger King, Subway, Domino's, Lieferando, IKEA, HelloFresh, Kaufland and METRO are among them

Veganuary breaks record: More than 200 companies start the new year vegan

With record participation from German retailers, manufacturers and restaurants, the new year is starting vegan as never before: more than 200 companies are…

Packaging: Fruit and vegetable sector still at a dead end

Since Saturday, fruits and vegetables under 1.5 kg can no longer be sold in plastic packaging, according to the decree of October 8th 2021 taken in application of the Agec…

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